#16
La Perla
Italian luxury lingerie house founded in Bologna in 1954, now relaunching as La Perla Atelier under American owner Peter Kern after its 2024 insolvency.
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Looking to step up from Skims? These 6 brands share the aesthetic but bring elevated materials, construction and a higher price tier — ranked by overall similarity.
#17
Norma Kamali
New York label founded in 1967, known for jersey draping, the Sleeping Bag Coat and swimwear, still owned and designed by Norma Kamali.
#18
Toteme
Stockholm-based label from Elin Kling and Karl Lindman making minimalist, neutral-toned wardrobe staples, tailoring and its signature monogram scarf.
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#19
nanushka
Budapest label founded in 2005 by Sandra Sándor, known for vegan leather outerwear, fluid tailoring and a muted, earthy palette.
#20
Simone Rocha
London label from Irish designer Simone Rocha, known for romantic tulle, broderie anglaise and pearl-embellished womenswear with a darker, subversive edge.
#21
Helmut Lang
Austrian-born, New York-based label defining 1990s minimalism through deconstructed tailoring, technical fabrics and raw-edge denim; owned by Fast Retailing.
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